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Article #82Re: LCD vs CRT
From: L. M. Rappaport
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 13:50
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 13:50
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I think the answer is easy: buy the largest LCD you can afford. Don't worry, it won't be larger than 17". Here we use 15's and 20's all NEC's. They are absolutely beautiful, but very expensive. Once you try a decent LCD, you'll never go back. Larry -- rapp@lmr.com Rob Hazlewood <rob@moofed.com> wrote (with possible editing): >Hi, >I need to buy a new monitor for my computer. >My needs are the following:- > >-Linux OS (x86 processor) >-Mainly used for programming & viewing web pages; very rarely games >-Want to look after my eyes as much as possible >-Long periods of looking at screen (program code, etc) should not hurt >my eyes > >My budget is $A1000, and size restricts me to a 17" CRT screen. >(obviously bigger for LCD, however lacking $$ for bigger LCD) > >Is LCD better than CRT for my requirements? >Which brands should I look for? > >Will I need a new video card? (currently have nvidia TNT) > >are there any online reviews about these topics? > >thanks in advance, >Rob
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